"Mom's dating a vampire" - A romantic comedy with a twist
When it comes to love, we never know what we're going to get. Sometimes it's a fairytale romance, other times it's a complete disaster. But what happens when your mom starts dating a vampire?
That's the premise of the 2000 Disney Channel Original Movie, "Mom's dating a vampire." Directed by Steve Boyum, this romantic comedy with a twist follows the story of Adam Hansen, a teenage boy who discovers that his mother is dating a vampire named Dimitri Denatos. Adam's skepticism soon turns into fear when he learns that Dimitri plans to turn his mother into a vampire too.
The characters
Adam Hansen is played by Matt O'Leary, a talented actor who perfectly embodies the teenage angst and skepticism that the character requires. Adam is your typical high school student who is used to taking care of his younger sister, Chelsea (Laura Vandervoort), while his mother, Lynette (Caroline Rhea), works long hours as a nurse. Adam is protective of his family and is immediately suspicious of Dimitri when he starts dating his mother.
Dimitri Denatos is played by Charles Shaughnessy, who is best known for his role as Maxwell Sheffield on "The Nanny." Dimitri is charming, suave, and sophisticated everything that Adam is not. It's no wonder that Lynette falls for him so quickly. However, Adam is convinced that Dimitri is up to no good and will stop at nothing to protect his family.
The plot
As mentioned earlier, "Mom's dating a vampire" follows the story of Adam and his efforts to stop Dimitri from turning his mother into a vampire. Adam enlists the help of his friends, Duffy (Robert Carradine) and Chelsea, to spy on Dimitri and gather evidence of his vampire nature. However, their efforts are in vain as Dimitri is always one step ahead of them.
Things take a turn for the worse when Lynette agrees to go on a weekend getaway with Dimitri. Adam and Chelsea are left alone in the house, and Adam realizes that he has to act fast if he wants to save his mother from becoming a vampire. With the help of Duffy, Adam sneaks into Dimitri's lair and confronts him.
What follows is a series of hilarious and action-packed scenes as Adam and Dimitri engage in a battle of wits and strength. In the end, Adam emerges victorious, and Lynette is saved from becoming a vampire. The movie ends with Lynette thanking her son for saving her and alluding to the possibility of her dating again.
The themes
At its core, "Mom's dating a vampire" is a movie about family, love, and trust. The movie explores the theme of teenage rebellion against authority figures, particularly parents. Adam is skeptical of Dimitri not only because he's a vampire but also because he feels like his mother is moving on too quickly after his father's death.
The movie also touches on the theme of acceptance and tolerance towards those who are different from us. Adam's initial skepticism towards Dimitri is rooted in fear of the unknown. But as he gets to know Dimitri better, he realizes that he's not so different from him after all.
The verdict
"Mom's dating a vampire" may not be the most profound movie you'll ever watch, but it's definitely worth your time if you're looking for a fun and entertaining romantic comedy with a twist. The movie has its fair share of cheesy moments, but it also has some genuinely funny scenes that will make you laugh out loud.
The performances by the cast are commendable, particularly Matt O'Leary and Charles Shaughnessy. The chemistry between Caroline Rhea and Charles Shaughnessy is also noteworthy, and their love story adds a touch of romance to the movie.
In conclusion, "Mom's dating a vampire" is a fun and lighthearted movie that will appeal to both teenagers and adults. It may not be a cinematic masterpiece, but it's definitely worth watching if you're in the mood for some light-hearted entertainment.